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French Onion Soup Frittata with Emmi Kaltbach Le Gruyère


Cave-aged cheeses are cool. Or at least they are for a few months. Emmi USA’s Kaltbach™ Le Gruyère® AOP is easily recognizable, with its rustic brown rind and smooth, crumbly paste. Flavorful without overwhelming the palate, this grass-fed cow’s milk cheese is aged in one of the most unique locations in the world. Deep under […]

Why Does Swiss Cheese Have Holes?


An expert explores the science behind this beloved hole-y cheese.

Ruminations: Melting Pot


Culture contributor Jamie Hunyor shares his first encounter with raclette, a gooey melted cheese scraped over potatoes.

Belper Knolle

Centerfold: Belper Knolle, A Statement Cheese


It’s a rock! It’s a truffle! It’s…a cheese! Meet Belper Knolle, a garlicky cheese from Switzerland that has a very earthy appearance.

the alps

Best Cheeses Of The Year: The Alps


Animal herding has driven both economy and tradition for a long time in the Alps, resulting in unparalleled dairy expertise.

vineyard

Cheese + Wine: Jura Reds


Taste the refreshing reds of the Jura and pair them with fresh summer curds

Chateau Heitenried

Planet Cheese: How Do They Do That?


A look at Château Heitenried, the latest offering from Swiss affineur Lustenberger and Dürst

Why Copper Vats Matter


Why are so many iconic aged cheeses made using copper vats?

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